Hardware Configuration and Installation
Chapter 2
AT-GPIB for SCO UNIX
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Shield Ground Configuration
The AT-GPIB board is set at the factory with the jumper in place to connect
the logic ground of the AT-GPIB board to its shield ground. This
configuration minimizes the EMI emitted from a PC AT equipped with an
AT-GPIB board. However, if your application requires that logic ground be
disconnected from shield ground, remove the jumper (W1) and place it
across only one of the jumper pins. Jumper settings for logic ground
connected and disconnected from shield ground are shown in Figure 2-6.
Logic Ground Connected to Shield Ground (Default)
Logic Ground Disconnected from Shield Ground
W1
W1
Figure 2-6. Ground Configuration Jumper Settings
Note:
The AT-GPIB was tested for compliance with FCC standards
with the shield ground connected to logic ground. Removing the
jumper may cause EMI emissions to exceed any or all of the
applicable standards.
If you change the hardware shield ground from its default position, record
the new setting on the AT-GPIB Hardware and Software Configuration
Form in Appendix D, Customer Communication.